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Punch Press Machine Operator

Racine, WI 53403

Posted: 01/21/2026 Job Number: 778789 Pay Rate: 18.45 Industry: Metals / Machine Shop

Job Description

Position Title: Punch Press Machine Operator - 1st Shift

Wage: $18.45 - $20.19/hour

Shift: 1st

Hours: 5:00am - 3:00pm

Are your skills not being fully utilized? Reach your maximum potential by working with QPS!

QPS Employment Group has a great opportunity available for a Punch Press Machine Operator at a company in Racine, WI. This is a potential to hire position for 1st shift. Apply now!

Punch Press Machine Operator Responsibilities:
- Set up, adjust and operate punch press to perform operations such as punch, blank, form, coin, etc.
- Position and align die members and secure by bolting the bottom section to the press bed or bolster plate, secure the top section to the ram by using ram “T” slot bolts and nuts
- Set up multiple-purpose adjustable punching dies for dimensional requirements specific to individual jobs
- Set up and synchronize automatic material feeds
- Use scales, calipers, micrometers, templates, patterns, or samples to set up and check the quality of work

Requirements for Punch Press Machine Operator:
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- At least one year of manufacturing experience preferably in heavy machine operation 
- Excellent math skills and ability to read, interpret and follow a variety of blueprints, schematics and work instructions
- Ability to take precise measurements utilizing a variety of inspection tools including micrometers, calipers and a variety of gauges/tools
- Ability to work 10 hours in a physically active and challenging environment that includes but is not limited to; walking, standing, lifting, twisting, turning, pushing and pulling

QPS Employment Group is a full-service staffing firm comprised of dedicated and passionate people with over 50 offices throughout the United States. We place great people with great companies in industrial, skilled trades, administrative, manufacturing, general labor and professional employment. Hiring immediately!

Why Work with QPS?
- Access to sought-after positions with leading employers
- Dedicated placement specialists who will guide you through every step of the job search process
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